Description
Delight in these Caramel Apple Pie Cookies, a perfect combination of flaky pie crust, sweet apple filling, and rich caramel drizzle. This easy-to-make fall dessert captures all the classic flavors of apple pie in a convenient, bite-sized cookie form that’s ideal for sharing or enjoying as a cozy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- Flour, for dusting
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling)
Filling
- 1 cup apple pie filling, chopped into small pieces
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Crusts: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out both pie crusts evenly.
- Assemble Base Layer: Spread a thin, even layer of caramel sauce over one pie crust to add a sweet caramel flavor base.
- Add Filling: Distribute the chopped apple pie filling evenly over the caramel layer, then sprinkle with ground cinnamon and nutmeg to enhance the autumn spice notes.
- Top Layer: Place the second pie crust over the filled crust like a lid, carefully aligning the edges.
- Cut Cookies: Using a pizza cutter or cookie cutter, cut the layered dough into 2-inch squares or circles.
- Seal Edges: Press down the edges of each cookie firmly with a fork to seal the filling inside and prevent leakage during baking.
- Egg Wash and Sugar: Brush the tops of the cookies gently with beaten egg to create a glossy finish and sprinkle lightly with sugar for extra sweetness and crunch.
- Bake: Transfer the cookies to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies are cooked through.
- Cool and Drizzle: Allow the cookies to cool slightly on a wire rack before drizzling with additional caramel sauce for a decadent finishing touch.
Notes
- You can substitute the refrigerated pie crusts and apple filling with homemade versions if preferred for a more personalized flavor.
- For added texture and flavor, sprinkle chopped pecans either inside the filling or on top of the cookies before baking.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
